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... Expansion Card 48 Optical Drive 49 Flash Memory Card Reader 51 Hard Disk Drive 52 Memory (RAM 53 Connections 54 Modem Connection (on selected models 54 Network Connection 55 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 56 Windows Wireless Network Connection 57 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 58 Antenna Connections (on selected models 59 Media Center Remote Controller (on selected models 60 Direct Console 2.0 62 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-3 Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional A-4 Operating System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings...
... Expansion Card 48 Optical Drive 49 Flash Memory Card Reader 51 Hard Disk Drive 52 Memory (RAM 53 Connections 54 Modem Connection (on selected models 54 Network Connection 55 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models 56 Windows Wireless Network Connection 57 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models 58 Antenna Connections (on selected models 59 Media Center Remote Controller (on selected models 60 Direct Console 2.0 62 Appendix Optional Accessories A-2 Optional Connections A-3 Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional A-4 Operating System and Software A-6 System BIOS Settings...
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... retailer for information on upgrades. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of the CPU or hard disk drive will automatically lock. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for this Notebook PC. To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC to keep the battery pack secured. Manual The manual battery lock is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the locked position after the memory is inserted, it...
... retailer for information on upgrades. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of the CPU or hard disk drive will automatically lock. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for this Notebook PC. To remove the battery pack, this Notebook PC to keep the battery pack secured. Manual The manual battery lock is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the locked position after the memory is inserted, it...
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... USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for TV (on paid services. The provided antenna can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 4 Antenna Input (on selected models) The antenna input is compatible with coaxial connectors. 18 Cable service connection can receive digital TV, analog TV, depending on selected models) frequency signal and allows for use with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives...
... USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for TV (on paid services. The provided antenna can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 4 Antenna Input (on selected models) The antenna input is compatible with coaxial connectors. 18 Cable service connection can receive digital TV, analog TV, depending on selected models) frequency signal and allows for use with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives...
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... connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 12 3 4 8 1 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Use this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 4 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to multimedia applications. Using this feature for digital audio output. USB allows many devices to turn the Notebook...
... connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB supports hot-swapping of the Notebook PC. 12 3 4 8 1 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer. 20 Use this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. 4 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used to multimedia applications. Using this feature for digital audio output. USB allows many devices to turn the Notebook...
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... installed. WARNING! 3 Getting Started Using Battery Power The Notebook PC is designed to the Notebook PC. Only use with this range will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must also take into account that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is ideal that the battery be purchased separately through the BIOS setup. Any temperatures above or below this model or else damage may result in any abnormal operation...
... installed. WARNING! 3 Getting Started Using Battery Power The Notebook PC is designed to the Notebook PC. Only use with this range will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must also take into account that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is ideal that the battery be purchased separately through the BIOS setup. Any temperatures above or below this model or else damage may result in any abnormal operation...
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... message if the hard disk drive requires servicing. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you turn it ON. If any materials that controls the POST is turned ON. sectors" for the installation of a new operating system. 3 Getting Started Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you to enter the BIOS Setup. If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the...
... message if the hard disk drive requires servicing. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you turn it ON. If any materials that controls the POST is turned ON. sectors" for the installation of a new operating system. 3 Getting Started Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC's power-ON message appears on the screen prompting you to enter the BIOS Setup. If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the...
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... Power management settings can use by pressing any are designed to "Sleep". These power control cannot be configured by putting components into a low power consumption mode as often as if you never left. The power management features are not saved. This function stores your last status (such as a document scrolled down for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. 3 Getting Started Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power...
... Power management settings can use by pressing any are designed to "Sleep". These power control cannot be configured by putting components into a low power consumption mode as often as if you never left. The power management features are not saved. This function stores your last status (such as a document scrolled down for closing the display panel or pressing the power button. 3 Getting Started Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power...
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... enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is running . NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in power management setup). stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the touchpad buttons will light. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting...
... enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and not light when the touchpad is running . NOTE: Selected models have an indicator between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in power management setup). stretches the screen area to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes.) LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the touchpad buttons will light. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor "before" booting...
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... adjust the system performance, to customize LED light, and to change the display information. It is best used with an external mouse (pointing device). Touchpad Lock Key Pressing this button will not function after you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is normal to Direct Console 2.0 in touchpad. To unlock (enable) the touchpad, simply press this button will prevent you create a RAID 0 set in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." 34 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook...
... adjust the system performance, to customize LED light, and to change the display information. It is best used with an external mouse (pointing device). Touchpad Lock Key Pressing this button will not function after you from accidentally moving the pointer while typing and is normal to Direct Console 2.0 in touchpad. To unlock (enable) the touchpad, simply press this button will prevent you create a RAID 0 set in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." 34 Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook...
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...)rico/GMaGte (MG) Memory Stick Select Memory Stick Duo/Pro/Duo Pro/MG (with MS adapater) IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on the taskbar before removing the flash memory card. 51 Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. The built-in memory card reader that can use "Windows Safely Remove Hardware" on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may...
...)rico/GMaGte (MG) Memory Stick Select Memory Stick Duo/Pro/Duo Pro/MG (with MS adapater) IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on the taskbar before removing the flash memory card. 51 Flash memory card compatibility varies depending on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications. The built-in memory card reader that can use "Windows Safely Remove Hardware" on the card or else data loss may change so compatibility may...
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... software not included as part of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that have been pre-installed. A-6 The levels of the factory pre-install. If updates or replacement of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory. The support disc is optional and includes an image of the support disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. Some of other operating...
... software not included as part of hardware and software support may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that have been pre-installed. A-6 The levels of the factory pre-install. If updates or replacement of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory. The support disc is optional and includes an image of the support disc is in order to download individual software drivers and utilities. Some of other operating...
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... disk drives may support this RAID function. Press + to Configuration Utility.. 3. RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Disks: Port Drive Model 0 Hitachi HTS72202 1 Hitachi HTS72202 Serial # 02DP0410DTG564WP 02DP1400DEG1XRGN Size Type/Status(Vol ID) 186.3GB Non-RAID Disk 186.3GB Non-RAID Disk Press or Enter to start the RAID utitliy. Express Gate will be deleted after you create a RAID 0 set in hard disk drives. To enable the RAID function 1. Press to enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 3. Recovery Volume Options...
... disk drives may support this RAID function. Press + to Configuration Utility.. 3. RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Disks: Port Drive Model 0 Hitachi HTS72202 1 Hitachi HTS72202 Serial # 02DP0410DTG564WP 02DP1400DEG1XRGN Size Type/Status(Vol ID) 186.3GB Non-RAID Disk 186.3GB Non-RAID Disk Press or Enter to start the RAID utitliy. Express Gate will be deleted after you create a RAID 0 set in hard disk drives. To enable the RAID function 1. Press to enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 3. Recovery Volume Options...
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... you charge the battery pack every three months. Register the Notebook PC for a long time. The ASUS battery pack has protection circuitry to another location before recovering.) 4. Unknown Reason - Hardware Problem - A Appendix Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try MS System Restore to see if there are any problems. 2. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after...
... you charge the battery pack every three months. Register the Notebook PC for a long time. The ASUS battery pack has protection circuitry to another location before recovering.) 4. Unknown Reason - Hardware Problem - A Appendix Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try MS System Restore to see if there are any problems. 2. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after...
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... see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A) 3. A-11 B. FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is air flow from viruses.) Service - Power On by Adapter only? (Y = 6, N = A) 6. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. (IMPORTANT: You must backup all your data to another location before you have installed...
... see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A) 3. A-11 B. FAN / Thermal Why is equipped with a wireless card? Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is air flow from viruses.) Service - Power On by Adapter only? (Y = 6, N = A) 6. Problem might be caused by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. (IMPORTANT: You must backup all your data to another location before you have installed...
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... A blue screen with WINFLASH in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. Update the BIOS to the latest version with white text appears after purchase, power OFF, remove the additional memory, and power ON to see if the problem is available on the ASUS website. Unknown Reason - These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your data to another location before recovering.) (CAUTION...
... A blue screen with WINFLASH in Windows or AFLASH in Windows Safe Mode. 3. Update the BIOS to the latest version with white text appears after purchase, power OFF, remove the additional memory, and power ON to see if the problem is available on the ASUS website. Unknown Reason - These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your data to another location before recovering.) (CAUTION...
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.... After entering BIOS setup page, go to initialize the BIOS updating procedure. The BIOS flash procedure is now complete. Follow the instructions shown. Check the model, version, and data. Then select Save and Exit and reboot the system again. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Confirm the selected BIOS information. g. c. Click Start | All Programs | ASUS Utility | WINFLASH | WINFLASH a. f. Select the new BIOS image file. You must "Load Manufacture Defaults" after updating (flashing) the BIOS. A Appendix Software Problem...
.... After entering BIOS setup page, go to initialize the BIOS updating procedure. The BIOS flash procedure is now complete. Follow the instructions shown. Check the model, version, and data. Then select Save and Exit and reboot the system again. BIOS Updating the BIOS. 1. Confirm the selected BIOS information. g. c. Click Start | All Programs | ASUS Utility | WINFLASH | WINFLASH a. f. Select the new BIOS image file. You must "Load Manufacture Defaults" after updating (flashing) the BIOS. A Appendix Software Problem...
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... on-screen instructions to entire HD. A Appendix Windows Vista Software Recovery Using Hard Disk Partition The Recovery Partition includes an image of any customized configuration settings (such as drive "C". IMPORTANT! DO NOT delete the partition named "RECOVERY". This option will delete only the first partition, allowing you have problems with 2 partition. Recover Windows to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled] 3. A-16 Take your Notebook PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you to a network drive and make note of the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed...
... on-screen instructions to entire HD. A Appendix Windows Vista Software Recovery Using Hard Disk Partition The Recovery Partition includes an image of any customized configuration settings (such as drive "C". IMPORTANT! DO NOT delete the partition named "RECOVERY". This option will delete only the first partition, allowing you have problems with 2 partition. Recover Windows to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled] 3. A-16 Take your Notebook PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you to a network drive and make note of the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed...
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... working state, provided that your Notebook PC at the factory. Using the Recovery D�V��D��: 1. A-17 A Appendix Windows Vista Software Recovery (Cont.) Using DVD (on selected models) The Recovery DVD includes an image of the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your hard disk drive is in good working order. The Recovery DVD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your Notebook PC's software to be unusable. This option will delete all partitions from your hard disk drive and create a new system partition...
... working state, provided that your Notebook PC at the factory. Using the Recovery D�V��D��: 1. A-17 A Appendix Windows Vista Software Recovery (Cont.) Using DVD (on selected models) The Recovery DVD includes an image of the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your hard disk drive is in good working order. The Recovery DVD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your Notebook PC's software to be unusable. This option will delete all partitions from your hard disk drive and create a new system partition...
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... need for a separate adapter card (in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) Hardware Hardware is essentially a bigger, faster CD that allows the computer's operating system to communicate with dramatically-enhanced high-color, full-motion videos, better graphics, sharper pictures, and digital audio for a theater-like USB. This new interface is a special set of the computer. Device Driver A device driver is faster by using a metal cable and lock...
... need for a separate adapter card (in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) Hardware Hardware is essentially a bigger, faster CD that allows the computer's operating system to communicate with dramatically-enhanced high-color, full-motion videos, better graphics, sharper pictures, and digital audio for a theater-like USB. This new interface is a special set of the computer. Device Driver A device driver is faster by using a metal cable and lock...
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... set by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to sensitive data. The time-out setting of your PC can help avoid attacks by the BIOS Setup. TPM (Trusted Platform Module) (on selected models) The TPM is a security hardware device on the system board that can be powered OFF. Twisted-Pair Cable The cable used to boot up the operating system. Unlike traditional PIO mode, which are new specifications...
... set by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to sensitive data. The time-out setting of your PC can help avoid attacks by the BIOS Setup. TPM (Trusted Platform Module) (on selected models) The TPM is a security hardware device on the system board that can be powered OFF. Twisted-Pair Cable The cable used to boot up the operating system. Unlike traditional PIO mode, which are new specifications...
